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Run the Jewels

Run the Jewels is an American rapper from Atlanta, Georgia active since 2013.

Profession
Rapper, Producer, Hip-hop duo
From
Atlanta, Georgia
Years active
2013–present

Early life

The duo of Atlanta rapper Killer Mike and New York producer-rapper El-P formed Run the Jewels after collaborating, bonding over politically charged, hard-hitting music.

Career

Their self-titled albums and "RTJ2," "RTJ3," and "RTJ4" earned widespread critical acclaim for fierce lyricism and abrasive, inventive production.

Major achievements

They became one of the most critically lauded acts of the 2010s, headlining major festivals.

Legacy

Run the Jewels revitalized politically engaged, hard-edged hip-hop for a new generation.

References

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